Gowanus vs Astoria: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated May 11, 2026

	Gowanus Brooklyn	Astoria Queens
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	17	49
Violent Crime	2	0
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Gowanus is currently safer with 17 incidents vs 49 in Astoria. Safety grades: Gowanus (A) vs Astoria (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gowanus or Astoria safer?

Gowanus currently has fewer incidents (17 vs 49 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Gowanus: 2 violent incidents. Astoria: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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